In music issues past, we’ve focused on different niches in the local scene, the explosion of area festivals, and the people behind the scenes. We even broke down the anatomy of the scene piece by piece, part by part, with a focus on the bands at its heart.
This issue, we’ve turned our spotlight on the wealth of music venues that serve our region. The following pages contain a comprehensive guide to 50 of the most vital — from concert halls to rock clubs, from arenas to parks — with insider’s info on the acts that play at each and the vibe you can expect to enjoy. Plus, look for listings of more than 40 other venues in both Pinellas and Hillsborough — so that wherever you are, you won’t have to go far to hear the sounds of music in Tampa Bay. —Leilani Polk
This article appears in Jul 24-30, 2014.
